Where is Pawtucket Located? - Pawtucket is a city located in the Providence County of Rhode Island, United States. Pawtucket lies between 41.4047742 Degrees North latitudes and 81.7229086 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Pawtucket Located?
Pawtucket is a city located in the PProvidence County of Rhode Island, United States. Pawtucket lies between 41.4047742 Degrees North latitudes and 81.7229086 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Pawtucket city is 75604 people and the city has a total area of 8.67 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Pawtucket, Rhode Island Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Pawtucket |
| County | Providence County |
| State | Rhode Island |
| State Capital | Providence |
| US Region | Northeastern United States (New England) |
| Latitude | 41.8787° N |
| Longitude | 71.3826° W |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Land Area | 8.69 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.44 sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.13 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 75,604 |
| Population Density | Approximately 8,700 people per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 02860, 02861, 02862 |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Time Zone Standard | Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 44-54640 |
| Congressional District | Rhode Island's 1st Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Pawtucket, Rhode Island
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport |
| IATA Code | PVD |
| Port | Port of Providence (nearby) |
| Major Highways | Interstate 95, Interstate 295, U.S. Route 1, Rhode Island Route 146 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | MBTA Commuter Rail service at Pawtucket/Central Falls Station |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) |
- Interstate 95 – Major north–south interstate connecting Pawtucket with Providence, Boston, and southern New England.
- Interstate 295 – Regional beltway providing access to western Rhode Island communities.
- U.S. Route 1 – Historic roadway connecting Pawtucket with Providence and Massachusetts communities.
- Rhode Island Route 146 – Important highway linking Pawtucket with Worcester, Massachusetts, and northern Rhode Island.
Top Places to Visit in Pawtucket, Rhode Island
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Slater Mill Historic Site | Historic Landmark |
| Pawtucket Red Sox Memorial Park Area | Sports Heritage Site |
| Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor | Historic Area |
| Slater Memorial Park | Public Park |
| Daggett Farm and Museum | Historic Museum |
| McCoy Stadium | Historic Sports Venue |
| Pawtucket Armory Arts Center | Arts Center |
| Looff Carousel at Slater Memorial Park | Historic Carousel |
| Blackstone River | Natural Attraction |
| Gamm Theatre | Performing Arts Venue |
Driving Distances from Pawtucket, Rhode Island to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | Rhode Island | 5 | 10 minutes |
| Central Falls | Rhode Island | 2 | 5 minutes |
| Lincoln | Rhode Island | 5 | 10 minutes |
| Cranston | Rhode Island | 12 | 20 minutes |
| Warwick | Rhode Island | 17 | 25 minutes |
| Woonsocket | Rhode Island | 14 | 25 minutes |
| Newport | Rhode Island | 38 | 50 minutes |
| Worcester | Massachusetts | 42 | 50 minutes |
| Boston | Massachusetts | 45 | 55 minutes |
| Hartford | Connecticut | 90 | 1 hour 35 minutes |
Colleges and Universities in Pawtucket, Rhode Island
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community College of Rhode Island – Flanagan Campus | Public | Community College | Transfer education, workforce training, and technical programs |
| Rhode Island College | Public | College | Education, nursing, and liberal arts programs |
| Providence College | Private | College | Liberal arts, business, and professional studies |
| Brown University | Private | University | Research, medicine, and undergraduate education |
| Pawtucket School Department | Public | K–12 District | Primary and secondary education |
Waterbodies in Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Blackstone River, Seekonk River, Ten Mile River, Woonasquatucket River, Moshassuck River, Slater Mill Pond, Pawtucket Reservoir, Blackstone River Watershed, Narragansett Bay, Providence River
Stadiums in Pawtucket
McCoy Stadium, Pawtucket Veterans Memorial Parkway Athletic Fields, Pawtucket Armory Sports Facilities, Slater Park Athletic Fields, Brown University's Richard Gouse Field, Amica Mutual Pavilion, Bryant University's Beirne Stadium
Pawtucket, Rhode Island — Key Historical Facts
- Pawtucket is considered the birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution because Samuel Slater established the first successful water-powered textile mill in the United States here in 1793.
- The city grew rapidly during the nineteenth century as textile mills and manufacturing industries expanded along the Blackstone River.
- Pawtucket became a major center for textile production, machine manufacturing, and immigrant communities during the Industrial Age.
- The historic Slater Mill complex preserves the city's important role in early American manufacturing history.
- Today, Pawtucket is known for its industrial heritage, arts scene, historic districts, riverfront redevelopment, and cultural attractions.
References
- City of Pawtucket
- Providence County and Regional Information
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Slater Mill Historic Site
- Rhode Island Tourism
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